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Happy Fourth Day of Kwanzaa! 🕯️ Today, we light the second red candle to the left of the black candle, symbolizing the principle of Ujamaa or cooperative economics. It’s a day to embrace the strength of community and working together for shared prosperity. 🤝🏾💰 👏🏾 #Kwanzaa #Ujamaa #CooperativeEconomics #UnityInCommunity

Happy Second Day of Kwanzaa! 🕯️ Today, we celebrate the principle of self-determination (kujichagulia), which encourages us to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves. Let’s honor our unique identities and voices as we come together to light the second candle on this special day. 🕯️🕯️ #Kwanzaa #SelfDetermination #Kujichagulia #UnityInCommunity

🌍🕯️ Habari gani? 🕯️🌍 Today marks the first day of Kwanzaa, and we begin by celebrating Umoja, the principle of unity. Let’s strive for and maintain unity in our families, communities, nations, and races. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world. Happy Kwanzaa! 🙏🏾🤝🏾🕊️ #Kwanzaa #Umoja #Unity #CelebrateTogether

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Entrepreneurship is living a few years of your life like most people won’t so you can spend the rest of your life like most people can’t. - Anya Nicola Creative Director, As Told By Anya Ltd. #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

🌿 Elevate Your Well-being Naturally with Ginseng Elixir! 🌿 We are introducing Ginseng Elixir, a remarkable creation by Naturalist Arcanum. Crafted with care, this exquisite tincture combines the power of organic ginseng and the goodness of apple cider vinegar with the mother. 🌟 ✨ Experience the Benefits ✨ 🌱 Organic Ginseng: Energize your body and mind with the "King of Herbs." Packed with antioxidants and adaptogens, ginseng supports cognitive function, boosts energy levels, and promotes overall vitality. 🍎 Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with the Mother: Our proprietary blend retains natural enzymes and friendly bacteria. Enjoy the benefits of probiotics for improved digestion, weight management, and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. 💧 Convenient and Easy to Use 💧 With our 2oz bottle and dropper, it's never been simpler to incorporate Ginseng Elixir into your daily routine. Just a few drops of water, herbal tea, or your favourite beverage, and you're ready to savour the harmonious blend. 🌿 Nurture Your Body, Mind, and Spirit 🌿 Embrace wellness and vitality with Ginseng Elixir. Please take it as part of your daily regimen or whenever you need a refreshing boost. Feel the wonders of nature as our elixir nurtures you from the inside out. 📜 Instructions for Optimal Usage 📜 1️⃣ Shake well before each use. 2️⃣ Use the provided dropper to measure your desired dosage. 3️⃣ Add the drops to water, herbal tea, or your favourite beverage. 4️⃣ Gently stir to mix the elixir. 5️⃣ Enjoy once daily as part of your wellness routine or when you crave a revitalizing uplift. ⚠️ Consult with your healthcare professional before use, especially if you have underlying health conditions or take medications. Naturalist Arcanum's Ginseng Elixir: Unlock the secrets of nature's vitality. 🌿✨ #GinsengElixir #NaturalistArcanum #WellnessFromWithin #NurtureYourself

🍃🌿 Introducing RevitaliTEA! Elevate your tea-drinking experience with our signature blend of moringa, lemongrass, and mint leaves. 🌱✨ Handcrafted with love at Naturalist Arcanum, each package contains five double-use tea bags, providing a refreshing and invigorating experience whenever you desire. ✨ The RevitaliTEA is a fusion of the finest loose moringa leaves, zesty lemongrass, and refreshing peppermint. 🌿 Moringa leaves contain exceptional nutrients, boosting natural energy and promoting overall well-being. The lemongrass adds a citrusy flavour that awakens the senses, while the soothing peppermint leaves calm the body and mind. 🌺 Immerse yourself in the harmonious dance of flavours and aromas when you brew a cup of RevitaliTEA. Whether seeking a gentle awakening in the morning or tranquillity in the evening, this tea blend is your perfect companion. Embrace the power of nature and let RevitaliTEA take your tea-drinking experience to new heights. 🌟 🌿 Try RevitaliTEA today and savour the goodness of nature, one sip at a time! ✨🍵 #RevitaliTEA #NaturalistArcanum #TeaLovers #RefreshingBlend

#Repost @naturalistarcanum ・・・ 🌿 **Exciting News! Join us at 2Sisters Grocery’s Customer Appreciation Day for the Grand Relaunch of Naturalist Arcanum!** 🌿 📣 We’re thrilled to announce that Naturalist Arcanum, formerly Naturally By Anya, is ready to unveil our new look and introduce our incredible range of natural products! Join us on Saturday, June 17th, from 1 PM to 6 PM at @2sisterscaribbeangrocery in Whitby, ON. 🎉 Immerse yourself in a day of fun-filled activities and unique local vendors. Here’s what you can expect: 🎵 DJ Zeco will keep the atmosphere buzzing with fantastic music. 🍗 Indulge in mouthwatering Jerk chicken, hamburgers, and hot dogs—the perfect bites to satisfy your cravings. 🛍️ Explore the mini local biz market featuring us @NaturalistArcanum, @bradybites.to, @honeybrecakery, and more! Discover unique, handcrafted products from local entrepreneurs. 🍬 Enjoy FREE face painting and cotton candy from 3 PM to 5:30 PM. Let your creativity shine and satisfy your sweet tooth! 🍨 Treat yourself to single-serve Rum & Raisin and Grapenut ice cream from D’licious Products. A delightful way to cool off on a sunny day! 🎁 Don’t miss the exciting shopping and raffle opportunities throughout the event. You could be a lucky winner! 📍 Join us tomorrow at 1910 Dundas St East in Whitby. We can’t wait to share our passion for natural healing and introduce our exceptional range of teas, herbs, tinctures, and rare herbal products. Visit our booth at the event and discover the magic of Naturalist Arcanum! Remember to follow us on social media, sign up for our newsletter, and stay tuned for updates, enlightening events, educational resources, and exclusive offers. See you at the relaunch! 🌿✨ - Naturalista Anya and the Naturalist Arcanum Team #NaturalistArcanumRelaunch #GrandOpening #NaturalHealingJourney #DiscoverTheMagic #LocalBizMarket #HealthyLiving #NaturalWellness #CommunityEvent #CaribbeanGrocery #SupportLocal #RafflePrizes #FunFilledDay #FacePaintingFun #CottonCandyDelight #LiveMusic #DeliciousEats #IceCreamTreats #WhitbyEvents #HerbalProducts #HolisticWellbeing #FollowUs #StayTuned #EnlighteningEvents #Ex clusiveOffers

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As Told By Anya’s Black Business Shoutout: Naturalist Arcanum COMING SOON 🌿 Welcome to Naturalist Arcanum! 🌿 Our small but mighty online shop is dedicated to bringing you the best in natural herbs, supplements, and products worldwide. From Jamaica to your doorstep, we offer teas, herbs, tinctures, and rare herbal products to help you live your best life. Our motto is "The cure starts within." We genuinely believe that small daily additions of natural supplements can significantly impact your overall health. Let's spread the word about the power of nature and take charge of our well-being together! 🌍💚 #NaturalistArcanum #OrganicLiving #WellnessJourney #NaturalSupplements #SmallBusinessLove #BIPOC #DiversityAndInclusion #AmplifyVoices #BlackOwnedBusiness #RepresentationMatters #PositiveNarrative #CommunityImpact #YourVoiceYourVision #NetworkingForBusiness #Inspiration #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #GrowThroughIt #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #DreamersandDoers

As Told By Anya’s BIPOC Community Spotlight: Camille Dundas Are you looking for ways to help kickstart meaningful conversations to foster a more inclusive workplace culture that benefits ALL? Look no further than Camille Dundas @cam_dundas, co-founder of ByBlacks.com @byblacks and key speaker on racial equity. Camille is committed to amplifying BIPOC voices and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in various industries. Her approach to intersectionality and allyship offers tangible steps to transform how teams understand and implement workplace diversity. Let’s join Camille in supporting and uplifting underrepresented communities by sharing their stories and perspectives. #BIPOC #DiversityAndInclusion #AmplifyVoices #BlackOwnedBusiness #RepresentationMatters #BIPOCCommunity #PositiveNarrative #CommunityImpact #YourVoiceYourVision #NetworkingForBusiness #Inspiration #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #GrowThroughIt #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #DreamersandDoers

Did you know that Africa boasts incredible ancient history and has played a significant role in shaping humankind? Here are some quick facts about Africa that will leave you amazed! 1. Africa was known as Alkebulan, which means "mother of mankind." It's believed that humans evolved from the African continent, making it the birthplace of humanity. 2. Africa was once the most dominant continent on Earth, and its civilizations ruled the world for about 15,000 years. 3. You might be surprised to learn that the richest man in history is an African king, Mansa Musa. His net worth is around $400 billion in today's currency. 4. The ancient civilization of Africa was highly advanced in various fields, including art, mathematics, and science. The Egyptians, for example, built pyramids that continue to fascinate people today. 5. Africa also has a rich mining history dating back 43,000 years. In 1964, scientists found a hematite mine in Swaziland, the oldest mine on Earth. 6. The Congolese are known to have been the first to organize fishing expeditions as far back as 90,000 years ago in the Katanga region. 7. Africans also created the world's first colossal sculpture about 7,000 years ago. 8. The ancient Egyptians, credited with developing advanced farming and irrigation techniques, also had their version of combs that are still used today. 9. In the past, African kings ruled India too. The Chola dynasty, for instance, had trading routes with Africa that allowed for cultural exchange, and some African kings were welcomed in India. 10. Africa is home to the world's oldest university, the University of Timbuktu, founded in 982 AD, which was an essential center of learning for people of different nationalities and religions. These fascinating African facts are just a glimpse of the continent's rich history and diverse culture. Let's celebrate Africa and all its extraordinary contributions to the world! #BirthplaceofHumanity #AncientCivilizations #RichMiningHistory #FishingExpeditions #ColossalSculpture #AdvancedFarming #CulturalExchange #OldestUniversity #Timbuktu #CelebrateAfrica #RepresentationMatters #PositiveNarrative #CommunityImpact

#Repost @anyanicolablogger ・・・ Don’t let disappointments get you down because every setback is genuinely a blessing in disguise. Trust the process, continue the journey, and stay grateful for the genuine friends around you who always have your back and only want the best for you. Speaking of good friends and good times, did y’all attend the SOCA 💃🏾 SMOKE 💨 & PAINT 🎨 REP YOUR FLAG EDITION 🇯🇲🇹🇹🇬🇾🇧🇧 🇱🇨🇳🇬🇬🇭? I hope so because we had a fantastic time painting Alison Hinds and dancing to some awesome Soca music. @trayarts and @elizabethvenushm, y’all did the damn thing YET AGAIN!! Huge thanks to @swankyshotpot for the delicious apps, @mr_biggs30 for keeping the party going, and @bakingwhilebakin.g, @iamkingaqua, @golden.scents, @yasssssishotz, and @vdaviis for adding to the fun with their amazing treats! And yes, everyone got a 🌿 cookie, Jello Shot, cup and a FREE Nug. I can’t wait for the next one! Get your tickets at TRAYARTS.CA. #TrayArts #Soca #PaintNight #SmokeAndPaint #420 #VulnerabilityIsMySuperpower #ClassOfOneDayAtATime #UTSC #UofT #MyLifeShouldBeAMovie #LivingMyHashtags #RecoveryIsFreedom #IAmSober #Gratitude #TrustTheProcess #SomebodysMotivation #CallToAction #IAmSoberAppAmbassador #TheAnyaShow #CommunicateAndBuild #CPTSDWarrior #BeYourOwnMeme #AncestorsDream #HealingIsTheNewBlack #CannabisAdvocate #BlackGirlInTherapy #Blogger #DogLover #Mother

As Told By Anya’s Black Business Shoutout Hey everyone, let us introduce you to @koolorez Dolls, a black-owned business changing the narrative for black children. Founder Michèle Ballestin was tired of seeing only white dolls on the shelves and the devastating effects that had on children's self-image. That's why she created Koolorez dolls, to give black children the representation they deserve and to help them know they are beautiful, loved, and valued. By intentionally encouraging play that includes dolls of all skin colours and ethnicities, we can begin to change the thinking that Eurocentric beauty is the best. Let's support this great business and help create a world where every child knows they are beautiful just the way they are. - Anya Nicola Creative Director, As Told By Anya Ltd. #KoolorezDolls #BlackOwnedBusiness #RepresentationMatters #BIPOCCommunity #PositiveNarrative #CommunityImpact #YourVoiceYourVision #EntrepreneurMindset #NetworkingForBusiness #Inspiration #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

I am just bursting with pride and joy today! My son, my #WombFruit @dretheshadow aka @the_international_kaijin from @hausofhuamulan.ca and @hausofhuamulan crushed his performance during the @raptors halftime show on Pride Night 2023 last night. I can hardly believe that the same young man who used to sit in the stands and cheer for his favourite team was on the court, living his dream and achieving his goals last night. Watching him give it his all was magical. I am one proud mama, and I couldn't be more thrilled for him! Way to go, my son! Keep shining bright and reaching for the stars. Your hard work and determination will genuinely pay off. 🌟🌈🏀 #ProudMama #RaptorsHalftimeShow #PrideNight2023 #DreamBig #AchieveGoals

As Told By Anya’s BIPOC Community Spotlight: T. H. E. Brotherhood Last Friday, I had the privilege of attending a fantastic event called LET ME TALK MY SH*T, organized by @mstoddart68 and T.H.E. Brotherhood @thebrotherhood905 in partnership with Colorectal Cancer Canada @coloncanada and Taibu @taibu_chc, and hosted on site at Tropicana Community Services @tropicanacomm. The event featured thought-provoking spoken word performances by @randelladjei, @nigelbirchisedxvd, and @dwayne_morgan, all supporting raising funds for Colorectal Cancer Canada. It was amazing to see how we could come together as a community to normalize conversations around colon cancer and how we can protect the health and well-being of members of the Black community. Studies have shown that Black people in North America are more likely to be diagnosed with and die from colorectal cancer than other racial and ethnic groups. But we can prevent this by prioritizing our health and getting screened early. The event was both educational and fun, with great food, a live auction, and raffles with fantastic prizes. Catching up with my friend @jaymartincomic, who hosted the event, was also a blessing. I'm grateful for this event's impact on our community, and I encourage everyone to prioritize their health and well-being by having these essential conversations. Prevention is always better than the cure! - Anya Nicola Creative Director, As Told By Anya Ltd. #LetMeTalkMyShit #ColorectalCancerAwareness #ProtectYourHealth #BlackHealthMatters #CommunityImpact #PreventionIsBetterThanCure #SpokenWord #LiveAuction #Raffles #HealthyLiving #YourVoiceYourVision #NetworkingForBusiness #Inspiration #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #GrowThroughIt #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #DreamersandDoers

Networking: The Secret Ingredient to Entrepreneurial Success Success in entrepreneurship is not just about having a great idea or working hard. It’s also about building meaningful relationships. Network like your business depends on it because it does. - Anya Nicola Creative Director, As Told By Anya Ltd. #YourVoiceYourVision #EntrepreneurMindset #NetworkingForBusiness #Inspiration #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Networking: The Secret Ingredient to Entrepreneurial Success Success in entrepreneurship is not just about having a great idea or working hard. It’s also about building meaningful relationships. Network like your business depends on it because it does. - Anya Nicola Creative Director, As Told By Anya Ltd. #YourVoiceYourVision #EntrepreneurMindset #NetworkingForBusiness #Inspiration #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Entrepreneurship is living a few years of your life like most people won’t so you can spend the rest of your life like most people can’t. - Anya Nicola Creative Director, As Told By Anya Ltd. #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Did y'all know that February 13th is Black Love Day? Black Love Day is a holiday observed annually on February 13th, created by Ayo Handy-Kendi, founder of the African American Holiday Association. The day was designed to demonstrate love, forgiveness, and acceptance among black people and has since expanded to include people of all races. The day is celebrated by showing love through actions and opposing racism, violence and promoting inclusivity, love and tolerance. The celebration of Black Love Day also highlights the importance of self-love and love for one's family, community and race. The holiday symbolizes unity and a reminder that love is more powerful than hate. It is a call for people of all races to come together and work towards building a more loving and peaceful society. The use of the hashtag #BlackLoveDay helps to spread awareness and bring attention to the importance of this holiday. Overall, Black Love Day is an opportunity for people to spread love, promote peace and stand against discrimination. #SharingIsCaring #KnowledgeIsPower #BlackHistory365 #WeAllWeGot #ModernDayGriot #StayEnlightened

My name is Anya Nicola, and I’m a mental health warrior. I returned to my love of writing a few years ago to boost my healing process. I continued chasing my passion and became a creative writer full-time by freelancing for blogs about issues I support and advocate. In addition to my freelance work, in 2020, I became the driving force (CEO) and creator behind As Told By Anya. A versatile source of one-stop solutions for content creation, consulting and management. ATBA is dedicated to amplifying the often unheard stories of marginalized BIPOC communities. #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DotItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Happy Kwanzaa Day 6 Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honouring Black history and culture. December 31 marks Day 6 of Kwanzaa. On the sixth day, we light the third red candle, representing the principle of KUUMBA, or creativity. Pledge: On this day, we pledge always to do as much as we can, in the way we can, to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than how we inherited it. Black people practically ooze creativity, and last year’s TikTok creator strike is evidence of how influential and powerful our creativity truly is. Our creative minds have birthed ground-breaking inventions, culture-shaping entertainment and fashion, and new ways to heal and uplift the community. Ways to practice Kuumba include participating in a musical Kwanzaa celebration, painting a mural or starting a garden in your neighbourhood. You can create something new, whether a piece of art or even a new idea. On this day, it is also customary to host a large feast called Karamu, held at home, a community center or a church. Typically, the menu will feature foods and ingredients native to the African continent, such as sesame seeds, peanuts, collard greens and yam. #TisTheSeason #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Happy Kwanzaa Day 5 Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honouring Black history and culture. December 30th, which marks day five of Kwanzaa, we light the second green candle to the right of the black candle. This candle represents the principle of NIA, the principle of purpose. Pledge: On this day, we pledge to make our collective vocation the building and development of our community to restore our people to their traditional greatness. Some ways to practice Nia include reflecting on how you find purpose in life outside of your career, reading books and watching movies that educate you about your ancestry and your history, and setting short-term and long-term goals that will set you and your community on a path towards a more intentional and purpose-driven life. #TisTheSeason #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Happy Kwanzaa Day 4 Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honouring Black history and culture. December 29 marks day four of Kwanzaa, and on the fourth day, we light the second red candle to the left of the black candle. This candle represents UJAMAA, the principle of cooperative economics. Pledge: On this day, we pledge to build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together. Some ways to practice Ujamaa include buying from Black-owned businesses, banking with Black-owned banks, and even participating in a sou-sou or savings club with your friends and family. #TisTheSeason #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Happy Kwanzaa Day 3 Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honouring Black history and culture. December 28 marks day three of Kwanzaa, and on the third day, we light the first green candle to the right of the black candle. This candle represents UJIMA, the principle of collective work and responsibility. Pledge: On this day, we pledge to build and maintain our community together and make our brothers and sisters problems our problems, and solve them together. Some ways to practice Ujima include teaming up with members of your neighborhood to help renovate a community center, offering to shovel your neighbor’s sidewalk, or even just helping out around the house more often. #TisTheSeason #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Happy Kwanzaa Day 2 Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honouring Black history and culture. December 27 marks Day Two of Kwanzaa, and on this day, we light the first red candle to the left of the black candle in our kinara. This candle represents the principle of Kujichagulia, or self-determination. On this day, we pledge “to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves.” I honour my sense of self and what I represent on this day. I reinforce my purpose to be the change I want to see within my community. Each person must ask themself three basic questions: 1.  Who am I?
2.  Am I really who I say I am?
3.  Am I all that I ought to be? These are questions of history and culture, not simply queries or questions of personal identity. They are questions of personal identity. More profoundly, they are questions of collective identity, based and borne out in historical and cultural practice. And the essential quality of that practice must be the quality of self-determination. #TisTheSeason #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Happy Kwanzaa Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honouring Black history and culture. The holiday celebrates seven values in African culture: unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith. I typically use this time to self-reflect on how to administer these values within my community better. This year I would like to encourage others to do the same starting today. Take self-inventory and ask yourself, no matter your culture or background: How are you contributing to these values within your community each day? #TisTheSeason #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Treasure your family and friends that accompany you during this incredible season. The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out ways to make life better for those around us. Let the spirit of the holidays bring an abundance of goodwill to your family and home. Happy holidays from our house to yours! #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway#CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

Getting a new website is the equivalent of getting a new hairdo. We’re feeling ourselves at As Told By Anya (ATBA Ltd.) these days. #YourVoiceYourVision #MindsetMatters #DreamBigWorkHard #Visualize #GoalSetting #FindYourTribe #EntrepreneurialMindset #YouArePowerful #BeYourOwnBoss #GrowThroughIt #Unapologetic #DoItAnyway #CreativeEntrepreneur #WriteYourOwnStory #GetOutofYourComfortZone #WorkLifeBalance #WomenInBiz #MompreneurLife #VisionaryWomen #FemaleEntrepreneur #DreamersandDoers #WomenWhoDo

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